{"product_id":"mango-cheeks-metal-teeth","title":"Mango Cheeks, Metal Teeth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMango Cheeks, Metal Teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e by Aruna Nambiar is a coming-of-age novel set in small-town Kerala during the 1980s. Combining humour, nostalgia and social observation, the book follows eleven-year-old Geetha during a family summer holiday as she experiences the joys, discoveries and complexities of growing up. Through childhood friendships, family relationships and everyday encounters, the novel explores innocence, change and the world seen through a young girl's eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlending comedy of errors, social satire and a warm portrayal of life in an ancestral Kerala home, Mango Cheeks, Metal Teeth offers a story filled with memorable characters and moments of everyday humour. It is written for readers who enjoy Indian fiction centred on family, childhood memories and the subtle dynamics of relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring her annual vacation in Kerala, Geetha looks forward to spending time with her cousins through beach visits, market trips, games and evenings filled with her grandfather's ghost stories. However, as the summer progresses, she finds herself drawn towards the people who work around the household, including the cook, cleaner, gardener and young helpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside Geetha's experiences, the novel follows Babu, the son of a plumber who has built a better life for his family. As their lives intersect, both characters begin to move beyond the simplicity of childhood and encounter the realities of relationships, social differences and growing up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA nostalgic portrayal of 1980s small-town Kerala.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeetha's journey through childhood and changing perspectives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumorous family moments and everyday adventures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe intertwined lives of Geetha and Babu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial observations woven into a coming-of-age story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes of innocence, relationships and growing up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in contemporary Indian fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of family-centred stories and nostalgic narratives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders who enjoy humour with social commentary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose interested in stories set in Kerala.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMango Cheeks, Metal Teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the warmth, humour and complexity of childhood memories through a richly observed story of people, relationships and changing times. Aruna Nambiar's novel offers an engaging look at growing up, family life and the small moments that shape our understanding of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aruna Nambiar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54534100025619,"sku":"BY36.331","price":470.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/4494\/6707\/files\/MangoCheeks_MetalTeeth_1.webp?v=1786036807","url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/mango-cheeks-metal-teeth","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}